The Health Services Department Mission is: To foster the growth, development and educational achievement of each student by promoting his or her health and wellness in a safe and supportive environment.

According to the National Association of school Nurses: “School Nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well being and academic success and lifelong achievement of students.”

Mt. Lebanon School Nurses support learning by:

Providing support and coordinating care for children with chronic health problem

Actively collaborating with faculty,staff,parents, and community providers to help achieve student wellness

Being active members of student support teams

Assessing and treating day - day illnesses and injuries that occur during the school hours

Performing health screenings as mandated by the PA Department of Health

Reviewing and monitoring immunizations on all children

Providing health education and wellness programs to students and employees